Neem tree health benefits and uses in our day to day life.

1. What are NEEM TREE
health benefits and uses
: Benefits of neem
leaves, seed and neem
oil
DR.SHARDA SINGH
MBBS

2. Neem Tree

3. • Neem Tree a Green Treasure
• In reality, Neem is a Green Treasure for us. Its
nonwood part seeds, fruit, flower, bark, and
leaves have maximum uses for health.

4. • Because of its beneficial properties, Neem rank is
equal to KALPTARU or KALPAVRIKSHA in Indian
mythology wish fulfilling tree. More than 100
health problems are cured by different parts of
the Neem tree.

5. Neem Tree in Ayurveda
• A herb used in Ayurveda. Unani and homeopathic
for medicinal purposes from thousands of years.
In India each part of Neem like seed, fruit, oil,
leaves, bark and roots used for food storage, in
agriculture, and for medicinal purposes.

6. • Neem tree is known as Village Pharmacy for its
wonderful health benefits. So the value of neem
in our life is so important. One of the best
medicinal plant on the earth.

7. • In Sanskrit Neem tree called as ‘arista’ means
complete and perfect. Nimba word comes from
Sanskrit term ‘ nimbali syasthyam dadali’ means
to give good health.

8. • Also called as ‘sarva roga nivarini’ – cure of all
health problems. In my words a complete health
solution either for prevention or for the cure of
diseases.

9. • Scientific name – Azadirachta Indica ( family
Meliaceae)
• Another name is Nimtree, Margosa tree or Indian
Lilac. Grown in a tropical and semitropical
region. It is native to India and its subcontinent
countries.

10. Ayurvedic use of Neem tree parts
• SEED INTESTINAL WORMS, LEPROSY
• LEAVES EYE PROBLEMS, EPISTAXIS, SKIN DISEASES,
ANOREXIA, LEPROSY, WORM INFESTATION
• FLOWER WORM INFESTATION, PHLEGM
• FRUIT WORM INFESTATION, URINARY DISORDERS, EYE
PROBLEMS,DIABETES, LEPROSY

11. • BARK ANALGESIC, ANTIPYRETIC
• TWIG RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS, URINARY DISORDERS,
DIABETES, INTESTINAL WORMS
• GUM SKIN DISEASES, ULCER, WOUND, SCABIES
• OIL INTESTINAL WORMS, LEPROSY
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12. Neem tree products use as vegetable
• Neem flower rasam in Tamilnadu.
• Nim begun in Bengali meal as the appetizer.
• In Southeast Asia young neem leaves, flower buds
with tamarind eaten as a vegetable. Neem leaves
used to make pickles also.

13. Neem Tree And Its Parts

14. Neem tree health cures /Medicinal uses
• ARTHRITIS
• Neem leaves contain quercetin antibacterial,
catechin, and polysaccharides anti-inflammatory
compounds. Its leaves reduce inflammation of
joints and associated infections. It is free of side
effects. Reduces pain and improves the function
of immune system.

15. • Other over the counter drugs have side effects.
They cause irritation of the stomach. There are
chances of ulcer and bleeding in upper
gastrointestinal tract after taking a long time. So
neem leaf extract is safe and effective in arthritis
cure.

16. • AIDS
• Some studies found that polysaccharides in neem
have the immune modulating effect. It increases
antibody production and stimulates the immune
system. Due to these actions body prevented
from AIDS-associated infections.

17. • CANCER
• Polysaccharides and limonoids present in the
neem bark, seed oil, leaf extract reduce the
growth of tumor cells. Certain studies prove that
compounds present in the neem have the effect
on cancer cells.

18. • DIABETES
• Neem products have beneficial effects to control
diabetes. It acts as revitalize and tonic in
diabetic patients.some diabetic herbal
preparation contains neem compounds. They
show their effect after taking for 20 weeks.

19. • Studies say daily 5 ml of neem leaf juice taken
daily early morning with empty stomach. For
effective results take it for three months. Or you
can chew 10 young leaves daily in the morning.
Your insulin requirements reduce to a certain
level. Your blood sugar level becomes normal.

20. • HEART DISEASE
• Neem leaf extracts nimbidin have antiarrhythmic,
antihistamine and diuretic effect. Neem leaf
extract reduces the raised blood cholesterol
level. It also reduces the high blood pressure by
dilating blood vessels.

21. • DENTAL CARE
• Neem twigs are used for brushing the teeth for
many years. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory
properties in the neem leaves have amazing
effects.

22. • Bleeding gums and tooth decay prevented by
using mouth rinse containing neem extracts with
water. Neem powder and extracts are used in
periodontal disease and gum degeneration.

23. • MALARIA
• Compounds in leaf extract effective against
malarial parasite. They increase red blood cells
oxidation so prevent the growth of the malarial
parasite. Boost our immunity that fight against
infection. Neem leaf extract acts as antipyretic.
Irodin A, quercetin and gedunin compounds in
leaves effective against malaria.

24. • RHEUMATISM
• Due to the anti-inflammatory activity of neem
leaves compounds relief in pain and edema
occurs. These are effective as other analgesics
with fewer side effects. Local application of
neem based creams is also effective.

25. For Digestion Problems
• Throughout India, neem products are used for
digestion problems. Neem compounds have
the anti-ulcerative effect. Neem is used for
relieving hyperacidity, dysentery, diarrhea
and constipation.

26. • For diarrhea and dysentery take a solution of one
teaspoonful neem leaf juice with sugar three
times in a day. For constipation take 3 to 4 black
peppers with 2 to 3 gm neem powder three times
in a day act as a laxative.

27. • Neem products are also useful in heartburn and
indigestion. It reduces acid production in the
stomach. It promotes healthy digestion and
removes toxins from the body.

28. • VITILIGO
• Vitiligo is an autoimmune disorder of the skin. Its
leaves, bark, and neem based products have good
results in this condition. Researchers say that 3 to
4 gm neem leaves taken orally three times in a
day before each meal for a long time. local
application of neem-based cream and oil is also
effective.

29. Skin Problems
•Its extract has one of the strongest
antifungal properties. Compounds gedunin
and nimbidol of leaves have effective
against fungal and yeast infections. So
neem leaf extracts used for athlete’foot,
ringworm and candida infection.

30. • Neem products are very much useful in so many
skin problems like acne, psoriasis, eczema, septic
sores and stubborn warts. These preparation
made from leaves and oil. They are antiseptic in
nature and free from side effects.

31. • In psoriasis use extracts, oil, and local
applications. If a patient takes oral preparations
with local cream application get positive results.
These are taken for longer periods, easy to use
and less expensive. Its oil acts as a moisturizer
for skin and reduces the irritation.

32. • VIRAL DISEASE
• When we apply its product on the skin lesions due to
viral infection get a good response. Its leaves paste
effectively in chicken pox and herpes virus lesions.
Neem seed extract is also effective in skin lesions
due to viral infections. It is effective when applying
directly to the skin. It inhibits growth and spread of
viral lesions.

33. Neem Tree Other Health Benefits
• Due to anti-inflammatory and antibacterial nature its
products are used in minor cuts, abrasion, and
bruises. It gives soothing and analgesic effect. Neem
gum used to make lozenges for throat dryness.
• Chaga’s disease spread by parasite lives in an insect
kissing bug. When house sprays with its leaf extract it
prevents the insects to laying eggs. Its preparation
has negative effects on these parasites.

34. • Studies saw the positive effects of its preparation
against certain fungal infections. Highly effective
in hair (Trichophyton), skin and nail (epi dermo
phyton) and vaginal candida infections.

35. Use of Neem tree parts for cosmetics
• Its oil use for skin infections and leaf extracts for
beauty products.
• Leaf extract has an antibacterial, antifungal,
antiviral and antiseptic effect. Its products are used
in skin toners, face packs, mouth wash and soothing
gel. Antibacterial properties help to control acne and
pimples. Bath Decoction of neem leaves used for
healthy skin. Use in face packs to prevent wrinkle in
anti-aging treatment.

36. • It’s oil used for making corryllium or kajal by
ladies for beautiful eyes. Oil also used to prevent
baldness and gray hairs. Oil use for anti-lice and
anti-dandruff treatment.
• Seed powder mix with equal quantity of clarified
butter or ghee and honey for skin allergies. For
healthy gums and teeth use equal quantity of
seed powder, rock salt, and alum.

37. • Neem face pack with Multani mitti
• We make this pack easily. It is best for acne and
pimples. Regular use of this pack lighten the
darks spots and gives fair complexion. Multani
little nourishes the skin.

38. • For this take equal quantity of dried neem leaves
powder, multani mitti and rose water. Apply to
the face and neck. Keep it for 20 minutes and
then wash with cold powder.

39. • Neem and yogurt pack
• Take 2 teaspoons of dried neem leaves powder
and one teaspoon of besan. Add yogurt and make
a thick paste. Apply it twice a week. Apply on the
skin of face and neck for 20 minutes. wash with
fresh water.

40. • Its leaves are anti-inflammatory and antibacterial
in nature. Yogurt moisturizes the skin and reduces
dryness. The combination of both these effective
remedy in acne treatment.

41. • Neem leaves with rose water
• When there is acne comes immediate relief by
this treatment. Make a paste with dried leaves
powder and rose water. Apply this on the affected
area for overnight and see the results.

42. • Safety of neem tree products
• Neem seed oil for EXTERNAL use ONLY.
• Do not take neem products orally either you
wants pregnancy or if you are pregnant.
• Never give any neem products to children with
fever.

43. Neem tree parts and their uses
• Neem seeds – They are just like olives and flush
surround the seed with the kernel. Famous neem
oil made pressing kernel of these seeds. This oil
used as a natural insect repellent in organic
farming. Oil uses in making of beauty skin
products like soap, creams, and lotions.

44. • The oil contains azadirachtin that is effective as
anti-dandruff and antifungal. Due to neem
treatment hairs become shiny and silky.
• Neem oil relieves the dryness and itching of the
scalp. Also effective in dandruff and scalp
psoriasis.

45. • Massage your hairs and scalp with oil for 30
minutes and keep overnight. wash hairs in the
morning with neem shampoo.

46. • Neem leaves – Leaves are an easily available
product. Its chemical composition is same as seed
but in a lesser amount. Leaf extracts use in skin
care products. Also use for toothpaste, hair oil,
and medicinal purposes.

47. • Neem twigs and bark – First chew young supple
branch and then use a toothbrush. It is effective
against dental caries and gum disease. For this
purpose, you can use toothpaste, bark powder,
and mouthwash.

48. Home Remedies Of Neem Products
• For scabies
• Take 4 parts of neem leaves and 1 part of fresh
turmeric make a paste. Apply to the affected part
and after drying wash with fresh water.

49. • Take a neem bath by adding leaf extract or neem
oil in a bath. Soak parts in a bath for 15 to 20
minutes and wash with neem soap. Then applying
neem lotion to the parts.

50. • How to make your Neem shampoo or lotion?
• Add 1 to 5 ml of oil in 100 ml lotion or shampoo.
• Oil can also add to other carrier oil either almond
or olive oil. Use 2 to 4 mo neem oil in every 100
ml of carrier oil. Neem oil smell is very bad so
you add few drops of sandalwood or lavender oil.
For sensitive skin please first test it.

51. • All parts of the neem trees have been used in
medicines for thousand years with amazing
results. All these information are internet base
knowledge. Before using these please consult
your doctor.

52. • THANKYOU